CPP GIF of the Week: We're halfway through the semester now. Keep up your hard work!

Through March 2: Priority Filing Period for 2023-24 FAFSA and CA Dream Act applications. If you want to be considered for financial aid (grants, scholarships, work study and loans) at CPP in 2023-24, you'll need to fill out one of the financial aid applications: the priority filing period deadline is March 2, 2023. Visit StudentAid.gov to submit the FAFSA or CSAC.ca.gov for the CA Dream Act application. Both applications require 2021 tax information (yours and/or your parent's) and CPP’s school code (001144). 

October 19: Spring 2023 general registration begins. The Registrar's Office has posted your specific registration window: watch our how-to video if you need a refresher on finding it in your Student Center.

October 20: Great California ShakeOut. The ShakeOut is scheduled for 11:40 a.m. Over the next few weeks, review your emergency plans and put together an emergency kit. Everyone can drop, cover and hold on during the earthquake drill. (Hint: If you're not available at exactly 10:21 a.m., you can practice any time that day.) We'll also test our Safety Alert system, which will send a brief test message to your phone and email. To get the alert, update your mobile phone number in BroncoDirect. To learn more about earthquake safety, visit the CPP Emergency Management website or the Great California ShakeOut website.

Through October 31: Signup for Spring 2023 3 installments + down payment tuition plan open. Student Accounting & Cashiering Services offers an installment payment plan so you can pay your tuition/fees over several months. If you enroll early, you have more time and smaller payments. Learn more and sign up on the Student Accounting & Cashiering Services website.

Midterm season can be a tough time of year. You're not alone. Get connected with resources if you're struggling or need help. That includes Counseling & Psychological Services, the Broncos Care Center, YOU at CPP, and texting or calling 9-8-8 to speak to a crisis counselor.

Cal Poly Pomona's annual Pumpkin Fest tickets are now on sale. Come pick a pumpkin grown on the campus farm, enjoy a hayride, venture into our corn maze, and pet our farm animals! The event runs through October 30. Tickets and season passes are only available on the Pumpkin Festival website. 

Tech lending is available. The University Library is offering free technology lending to help support your educational journey. Students can borrow laptops, hotspots, headphones with microphones, HDMI cables and more from the library. To learn more, visit the Tech Lending Program website.

Register today for the NSF I-CORPS Fall 2022 Short Course. Join the free three-day institute where participants will work together to translate their research, products, start-ups, technology, or ideas into the marketplace. The events will take place on November 4, 18 (Field Trip to Incubator) & December 2, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Participants will also learn how to qualify to apply to the NSF National Innovation Network Team Program with up to $50,000 in funding. The deadline to apply is October 26. To learn more, visit the Cal Poly Pomona I-Corps Website.

Join the NeuroDiverse Student Alliance. The NDSA is a peer support group committed to recognizing and validating the unique experiences of students with disabilities. The NDSA meets to socialize, share neurodivergent student experiences and support each other. Find more info and join on MyBAR.

Throughout Fall: Study Abroad 101. This is the first step for Broncos to Study Abroad! Learn about the types of programs, course pre-approval, how credit applies to your degree, Financial Aid & Scholarships, getting connected with a Global Ambassador, and more. Sessions are offered Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at varying times. Check the details and register on MyBAR.

Throughout Fall: Bronco Athletics home games. You get in for free with your Bronco ID card! Check out the schedule on the CPP Fest website. 

Throughout Fall: Group Fitness Classes. Tired of the treadmill? Join the Bronco community for a great workout in a group setting. Each class is designed and taught by certified instructors; our group fitness programs provide a variety of classes including mind and body, strength training, cardio, dance, and martial arts. View the schedule on the BRIC website. Register on the ASI Portal: registration will open 24 hours prior to the start of each class.

October 13, 18, 19 and 25: CPP Connect Planner Tabling. Stop by our table and learn how to access and set up your CPP Connect Planner! Learn more about our virtual and in-person workshops and win free CPP merch. Visit us at noon on October 13 in the University Quad, October 18 in University Park, October 19 in the Student Services Building and October 25 in University Quad. Visit the Student Success Central website for more information.

October 13: Jams and Eats. Rise and grind and don’t forget the most important meal of the day! Stop by for some music, free coffee, and breakfast items at University Park from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Check the details and register on the ASI Portal.

October 14: Table Tennis Tournament. Pick up a paddle and join our Table Tennis Tournament! The event is free for BRIC members and will be played as singles bracket at the BRIC courts from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Register on the ASI Portal.

October 14: Discover Scuba Diving. Have you ever wanted to try SCUBA, but without the commitments? For $10 and 2.5 hours you can see if scuba diving is for you by trying out the equipment and participating in fun underwater activities! All workshops are from 3 to 5:30 p.m. at the BRIC pool. Register on the ASI Portal.

October 15 & 16: Big Bear Fish and Stewardship Overnight. Get ready for a weekend full of fishing, camping, and stewardship on Big Bear Lake! Catch fish on the lake, cook the day's catch and give back to nature through clean-up and stewardship actions. Transportation, equipment and food are all included. Check the details and register on the ASI Portal.

October 17: National Transfer Student Week: Coffee Chat. Kick off National Transfer Student Week 2022 by grabbing a cup of coffee and learning more about what your college has to offer. Coffee will be available from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at each individual college. Find more information here and register on the ASI Portal.

October 18: National Transfer Student Week: Resource Fair. Stop by University Park from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to learn more about the resources offered to transfer students. Find more information here and register on the ASI Portal.

October 18: A Haunting Experience. Looking for an event to show off your sketching skills? Students can choose to follow the Inktober prompt or sketch on their own! Submissions will be accepted for an art exhibit. The event is from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. located in Orion Sun at the Bronco Student Center. Register on the ASI Portal.

October 18: Try-It Scuba. Do you have SCUBA on your bucket list? Now is your chance to give SCUBA a try! The one-hour session will be at the BRIC pool with tons of activities from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Register on the ASI Portal.

October 18: National Transfer Week: Applying to Grad School. Is grad school next for you? This virtual workshop will guide you and answer any questions you have about furthering your education after your undergrad studies. The workshop is from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. via Zoom. Find more information here and register on the ASI Portal.

October 18: Speed Mentoring. Join us as we connect alumni and students for a night of networking! Mentoring will be provided in speed rounds that focus on industry-related questions, college-to-career transition, job search strategies, and more. Practice networking and improve your self-marketing tools at Ursa Major at the Bronco Student Center from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Register on Eventbrite.

October 19: National Transfer Student Week: Student Life Mixer. Calling all transfer students! Stop by University Park from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to learn more about the different organizations on campus. Food will be provided while supplies last! Find more information here and register on the ASI Portal.

October 19: National Transfer Student Week: Life After Graduation. Budgeting, investing and retirement plans can sound intimidating, but we have you covered! Join guest speaker and financial planner, Lei Deng, for a virtual overview of financial literacy and how to plan for your financial future. The workshop is from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. via Zoom. Find more information here and register on the ASI Portal.

October 20: Hot Dog Caper. The Cal Poly Pomona Foundation invites you to join us for the 39th Annual Hot Dog Caper at the Bronco Commons from 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. You're invited to dress in your best '90s outfit (though not required) and enjoy an afternoon of free hot dogs, chips, popsicles, drinks, and live entertainment. The event will feature 360 video booths, balloon animals, celebrity impersonators, and various booths offering giveaway items.

October 20: Cybersecurity Fair. The 18th annual fair will be held in person and online from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a job fair for students from 2 to 5 p.m. This year’s fair will feature presentations, live demonstrations and more. Find more information and register on the Cybersecurity Fair website. 

October 20: Planner Workshop. Have your computer or laptop ready for this online Planner Help Session from 2 to 3 p.m. The Office of Student Success and the Bronco Advising Center are teaming up to help you access and set up your Planner to get you ready for advising and class registration! Check the details and register on MyBAR.

October 20: Discover Scuba Diving. Have you ever wanted to try SCUBA, but without the commitments? For $10 and 2.5 hours you can see if scuba diving is for you by trying out the equipment and participating in fun underwater activities! All workshops are from 2 to 4:30 p.m. at the BRIC pool. Register on the ASI Portal.

October 20: Mindful Broncos. In a series of group sessions, learn unique ways you can practice mindfulness in everyday life. Each session will be co-facilitated by a fitness professional and a CAPS counselor. The workshop is from 3 to 4 p.m. in the BRIC Studio A. Register on the ASI Portal.

October 20: National Transfer Student Week: Transfer Celebration Night. After a week-long of exciting events, join us for an evening celebrating transfer students! Hear from transfer student alumni and enjoy a game of Loteria at University Plaza from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Win special prizes, enjoy free food on a first come, first served basis, and join an opportunity drawing for all attendees. Find more information here and register on the ASI Portal.

October 21: Billiards Tournament. Put your pool skills to the test and compete at the Billiards Tournament! The event is from 1 to 3 p.m. in the games room. Register on the ASI Portal.

October 21: Flick 'N' Float: the Nightmare before Christmas. Kick off the spooky season by watching "The Nightmare Before Christmas" on a lounge chair with a blanket or on a floatie in the heated BRIC pool. The event will have "lawn" games on the pool deck from 5 to 9 p.m. Online registration is no longer open, but walk-ins are welcomed with limited food availability.

October 22: Lifeguard Review Course. Need to renew your Red Cross Lifeguard certification? This class is designed to update your skills and renew your current Red Cross Lifeguarding certification valid for another 2 years. Check the details and register on the ASI Portal.

October 24: Intro to Lead Climbing. Take your top-rope climbing experience to the next level at Intro to Lead Climbing! Learn about the specific mindset, movement, and technical skills required to climb in this style. Bronco Peak Blue Belt Access is required upon registration. The class is from 5 to 8 p.m. at Bronco Peak. register on the ASI Portal.

October 25: Lost & Found Action and Thrift Store. ASI's Lost & Found Auction and Thrift Shop are back! Come early to University Park from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and pick up some items from the official Lost and Found on campus. Don't forget to bring cash or stop by an ATM in the Bronco Student Center. Limited quantities of pastries and beverages will be available.